Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMama Ricotta'sMozzarella & Tomatoes Recipe

Mozzarella & Tomatoes Recipe

Inspired by Mama Ricotta's
Time15m
Serves2

House made fresh mozzarella snuggled between thick slices of vine-ripened tomatoes, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil & fresh basil

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tomatoes

    Slice the vine-ripened tomatoes into thick slices, about 1/2 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Slice the Mozzarella

    Cut the fresh mozzarella into slices that are similar in thickness to the tomatoes.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving plate, layer the tomato slices and mozzarella slices alternately, starting and ending with a tomato slice.

  4. 4

    Add Seasoning

    Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the layered tomatoes and mozzarella. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Tear the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the top as a garnish.

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